"It gives us insight into possible intervention, where we may be able to target therapies." Patel and Rau have an agreement with St. Patrick Hospital to collect blood samples from emergency room patients. They are also asking UM's Department of Athletics to see if athletes could be included in the study. "The award highlights the talent of our young investigators," said Richard Burgess , Regents Professor and chair of UM's Department of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences. <br>For the original version including any supplementary images or video, visit http://www.sfgate.com/news/article/UM-gets-grant-money-for-brain-injury-research-5179228.php